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A new report from @epi.org shows that states with high union density also have:
✊Higher incomes
✊Greater access to health & unemployment insurance
✊Higher spending on education
✊Greater access to sick leave
✊Fewer restrictions on voting rights
#WorkersDeserve
✊Higher incomes
✊Greater access to health & unemployment insurance
✊Higher spending on education
✊Greater access to sick leave
✊Fewer restrictions on voting rights
#WorkersDeserve
New report details the benefits of unions to workers, communities, and democracy
A new Economic Policy Institute report documents the strong correlation between higher levels of unionization and a range of economic, personal, and democratic well-being measures. In the same way uni...
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August 21, 2025 at 2:16 PM
A new report from @epi.org shows that states with high union density also have:
✊Higher incomes
✊Greater access to health & unemployment insurance
✊Higher spending on education
✊Greater access to sick leave
✊Fewer restrictions on voting rights
#WorkersDeserve
✊Higher incomes
✊Greater access to health & unemployment insurance
✊Higher spending on education
✊Greater access to sick leave
✊Fewer restrictions on voting rights
#WorkersDeserve
Picnics, parades and empowering workers. This #LaborDay, we’re focusing on what all working people deserve. Here's @rweingarten.bsky.social's latest column. #WorkersDeserve www.aft.org/column/picni...
Picnics, parades and empowering workers
This Labor Day, we’re focusing on what all working people deserve.
www.aft.org
August 17, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Picnics, parades and empowering workers. This #LaborDay, we’re focusing on what all working people deserve. Here's @rweingarten.bsky.social's latest column. #WorkersDeserve www.aft.org/column/picni...
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Do you know about how Norway's teachers stood up to Nazis? I talk about it in my new book, Why Fascists Fear Teachers. You can preorder here: www.WhyFascistsFearTeachers.com
August 16, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Do you know about how Norway's teachers stood up to Nazis? I talk about it in my new book, Why Fascists Fear Teachers. You can preorder here: www.WhyFascistsFearTeachers.com
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Teacher pay is too low, and so is respect for the profession. Thank you @rrseu.bsky.social President @billie-helean.bsky.social for showing what’s possible when educators organize. For the first time, many in her district are earning a living wage. aftvoices.org/we-can-do-th...
We can do this: Pay teachers what they’re worth
By Billie Helean
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August 5, 2025 at 1:14 AM
Teacher pay is too low, and so is respect for the profession. Thank you @rrseu.bsky.social President @billie-helean.bsky.social for showing what’s possible when educators organize. For the first time, many in her district are earning a living wage. aftvoices.org/we-can-do-th...
Our Executive VP Gino has always taken really amazing care of all of us. Now it's our turn to take care of him. 🙂 Please donate if you can, and definitely share even if you can't.
With all my appreciation,
Billie
RRSEU President
www.gofundme.com/f/together-f...
With all my appreciation,
Billie
RRSEU President
www.gofundme.com/f/together-f...
Donate to Together for Gino: A Community United in his Fight!, organized by Jessica Gravino
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Thank you for taking a moment to read this. My name… Jessica Gravino needs your support for Together for Gino: A Community United in his Fight!
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August 4, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Our Executive VP Gino has always taken really amazing care of all of us. Now it's our turn to take care of him. 🙂 Please donate if you can, and definitely share even if you can't.
With all my appreciation,
Billie
RRSEU President
www.gofundme.com/f/together-f...
With all my appreciation,
Billie
RRSEU President
www.gofundme.com/f/together-f...
Are you a new teacher in need of resources for your first year(s) in the classroom? Look no further than #sharemylesson, a free resource from the American Federation of Teachers. Everything from classroom management to curriculum support. Check it out!
sharemylesson.com/blog/support...
sharemylesson.com/blog/support...
Supporting Early Career Educators
New teachers, you’re not alone—tap into the AFT’s Welcome-to-Teaching podcast series for real talk, practical tips, and community support to thrive in your first years.
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August 2, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Are you a new teacher in need of resources for your first year(s) in the classroom? Look no further than #sharemylesson, a free resource from the American Federation of Teachers. Everything from classroom management to curriculum support. Check it out!
sharemylesson.com/blog/support...
sharemylesson.com/blog/support...
One of our favorite speeches from AFT TEACH came from AFT Secretary-Treasurer, Fedrick Ingram. Please give it a listen - it will give you the boost you didn't know you needed! @aftunion
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Here They Come: Fedrick Ingram's Call to Educators
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August 1, 2025 at 5:14 PM
One of our favorite speeches from AFT TEACH came from AFT Secretary-Treasurer, Fedrick Ingram. Please give it a listen - it will give you the boost you didn't know you needed! @aftunion
youtu.be/2T0zgNZ31jc?...
youtu.be/2T0zgNZ31jc?...
We watched @rweingarten.bsky.social speech to a room full of educators! It’s no surprise that she got a standing ovation because public education is under attack & the blueprint presented can be scaled and resourced to give every student the opportunity to succeed! www.aft.org/column/stren...
Strengthen, don’t abandon, public schools
Americans want safe, welcoming, relevant and engaging schools in every community.
www.aft.org
July 27, 2025 at 2:25 PM
We watched @rweingarten.bsky.social speech to a room full of educators! It’s no surprise that she got a standing ovation because public education is under attack & the blueprint presented can be scaled and resourced to give every student the opportunity to succeed! www.aft.org/column/stren...
Our thanks to AFT President Randi Weingarten for always supporting kids and communities, especially in the hardest moments.
The shooting in New Mexico is a tragedy. Gun violence is disrupting & destroying young people's lives. All students deserve a safe, welcoming place to live, learn and grow. Our prayers are with the victims' families and the Rio Rancho & UNM communities. www.abqjournal.com/news/article...
Teen killed in UNM shooting identified, details revealed in court docs
Just after midnight Friday, a gunshot detection device picked up gunfire near the dorms on the University of New Mexico campus. Around an hour later, UNM police got a call
www.abqjournal.com
July 26, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Our thanks to AFT President Randi Weingarten for always supporting kids and communities, especially in the hardest moments.
Mr. Minor has us on the path to overcome the barriers kids see in classrooms daily. His analogy? In a battle between shark vs lion, which would win? Depends - ocean or savannah? So it is for kids: their success depends on us giving them the environment to thrive. #ProtectOurKids
July 26, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Mr. Minor has us on the path to overcome the barriers kids see in classrooms daily. His analogy? In a battle between shark vs lion, which would win? Depends - ocean or savannah? So it is for kids: their success depends on us giving them the environment to thrive. #ProtectOurKids
Now, Fredrick Ingram, AFT Treasurer-Secretary is on fire! He says that teaching and leading is a revolutionary act. He's right! #ProtectOurKids
July 26, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Now, Fredrick Ingram, AFT Treasurer-Secretary is on fire! He says that teaching and leading is a revolutionary act. He's right! #ProtectOurKids
We will always advocate for the best possible pay and benefits for our staff - because it results in our district's ability to recruit and retain the best and brightest in education. It results in our ability to provide top-notch education to our students.
#ProtectOurKids
#ProtectOurKids
Rio Rancho Schools union president appears with Bernie Sanders at D.C. event
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Rio Rancho Public Schools Union president advocated for higher teacher and staff pay Thursday during a town hall meeting held by U.S. Sens. Bernie Sanders and
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July 26, 2025 at 12:41 AM
We will always advocate for the best possible pay and benefits for our staff - because it results in our district's ability to recruit and retain the best and brightest in education. It results in our ability to provide top-notch education to our students.
#ProtectOurKids
#ProtectOurKids
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Happening now: We’re joining @sanders.senate.gov and @markey.senate.gov for a town hall on saving public education and teacher pay. Watch live below or follow along in the thread! #TEACH25 www.c-span.org/event/public...
Sens. Sanders & Markey Hold Town Hall Discussion on Saving Public Education
Sens. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Edward Markey (D-MA) co-host a town hall discussion from Capitol Hill with education leaders on saving public education.
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July 24, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Happening now: We’re joining @sanders.senate.gov and @markey.senate.gov for a town hall on saving public education and teacher pay. Watch live below or follow along in the thread! #TEACH25 www.c-span.org/event/public...
Our @aft.org President, Randi Weingarten, was on fire today as she talked about: preserving education funding, CTE programs, the necessity of community schools, and so much more. #protectourkids
July 25, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Our @aft.org President, Randi Weingarten, was on fire today as she talked about: preserving education funding, CTE programs, the necessity of community schools, and so much more. #protectourkids
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The route to the American dream goes through our public schools, where educators dedicate themselves to helping every student reach their unique potential. This is the moment we find ourselves in, when public education is in peril.
Watch @rweingarten.bsky.social #TEACH25 today at 2:30 p.m. EDT!
Watch @rweingarten.bsky.social #TEACH25 today at 2:30 p.m. EDT!
AFT TEACH Conference
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July 25, 2025 at 2:23 PM
The route to the American dream goes through our public schools, where educators dedicate themselves to helping every student reach their unique potential. This is the moment we find ourselves in, when public education is in peril.
Watch @rweingarten.bsky.social #TEACH25 today at 2:30 p.m. EDT!
Watch @rweingarten.bsky.social #TEACH25 today at 2:30 p.m. EDT!
When we say we advocate for you at EVERY level, we mean it. Today members of the RRSEU team were in Washington, DC talking to Senators Heinrich and Lujan, and speaking at a town hall with Senator Bernie Sanders! @aft.org
You can see the full town hall on C-SPAN here: www.c-span.org/program/publ...
You can see the full town hall on C-SPAN here: www.c-span.org/program/publ...
July 25, 2025 at 1:48 AM
When we say we advocate for you at EVERY level, we mean it. Today members of the RRSEU team were in Washington, DC talking to Senators Heinrich and Lujan, and speaking at a town hall with Senator Bernie Sanders! @aft.org
You can see the full town hall on C-SPAN here: www.c-span.org/program/publ...
You can see the full town hall on C-SPAN here: www.c-span.org/program/publ...
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From day one, the Trump administration has attacked public education. Now it’s unlawfully blocking $5B in funding already approved by Congress. I’m proud our AFT affiliates are fighting back to protect students and schools. www.aft.org/press-releas...
www.aft.org
July 22, 2025 at 1:44 AM
From day one, the Trump administration has attacked public education. Now it’s unlawfully blocking $5B in funding already approved by Congress. I’m proud our AFT affiliates are fighting back to protect students and schools. www.aft.org/press-releas...
Are you a new teacher who may need a little extra support as you begin your career? The AFT, our union, has resources for you. Check out their article!
www.aft.org/ae/summer202...
www.aft.org/ae/summer202...
Share My Lesson: Supporting Early Career Educators
www.aft.org
July 8, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Are you a new teacher who may need a little extra support as you begin your career? The AFT, our union, has resources for you. Check out their article!
www.aft.org/ae/summer202...
www.aft.org/ae/summer202...
Details for Missy's celebration of life.
Parking info: Red Zone: Reserved for family and those with accessibility needs.
Yellow Zone: First come/first park- room for 10-12 cars.
Green Zone: nearby parking.
Overflow parking: Parking lots for a fee nearby (15 min walk).
Parking info: Red Zone: Reserved for family and those with accessibility needs.
Yellow Zone: First come/first park- room for 10-12 cars.
Green Zone: nearby parking.
Overflow parking: Parking lots for a fee nearby (15 min walk).
June 22, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Details for Missy's celebration of life.
Parking info: Red Zone: Reserved for family and those with accessibility needs.
Yellow Zone: First come/first park- room for 10-12 cars.
Green Zone: nearby parking.
Overflow parking: Parking lots for a fee nearby (15 min walk).
Parking info: Red Zone: Reserved for family and those with accessibility needs.
Yellow Zone: First come/first park- room for 10-12 cars.
Green Zone: nearby parking.
Overflow parking: Parking lots for a fee nearby (15 min walk).
A Heartfelt Goodbye to Our Union Sister, Missy Fernandez
It is with immense sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear union sister, Missy Fernandez, who bravely fought cancer. She was a truly remarkable person, whose presence enriched the lives of everyone she knew. (1 of 4)
It is with immense sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear union sister, Missy Fernandez, who bravely fought cancer. She was a truly remarkable person, whose presence enriched the lives of everyone she knew. (1 of 4)
June 18, 2025 at 3:12 PM
A Heartfelt Goodbye to Our Union Sister, Missy Fernandez
It is with immense sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear union sister, Missy Fernandez, who bravely fought cancer. She was a truly remarkable person, whose presence enriched the lives of everyone she knew. (1 of 4)
It is with immense sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear union sister, Missy Fernandez, who bravely fought cancer. She was a truly remarkable person, whose presence enriched the lives of everyone she knew. (1 of 4)
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ICYMI: @rweingarten.bsky.social, @govandybeshear.bsky.social, Reverend Al Sharpton, & @indivisible.org co-executive director Leah Greenberg explored how communities across the country are peacefully organizing to protect democracy, public education, and our shared future.
No Kings Day: Defending Democracy, Public Education, and Communities
YouTube video by Share My Lesson
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June 12, 2025 at 3:31 PM
ICYMI: @rweingarten.bsky.social, @govandybeshear.bsky.social, Reverend Al Sharpton, & @indivisible.org co-executive director Leah Greenberg explored how communities across the country are peacefully organizing to protect democracy, public education, and our shared future.
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The Trump bill treats public schools as a piggy bank that it can break to fund tax cuts for the wealthy and create chaos for schools across the country even as we watch how disastrously voucher programs have gone nationwide. #HandsOffPublicSchools
May 30, 2025 at 7:23 PM
The Trump bill treats public schools as a piggy bank that it can break to fund tax cuts for the wealthy and create chaos for schools across the country even as we watch how disastrously voucher programs have gone nationwide. #HandsOffPublicSchools